Colts' Anthony Richardson Ruled Out Against Giants

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson has been ruled out for the crucial game against the New York Giants due to back and foot injuries, marking his third missed game this season. Richardson, who has struggled with injuries throughout his career, has missed 16 of 33 potential starts and has yet to provide the team with confidence in his long-term viability as their franchise quarterback. Head coach Shane Steichen cited back spasms as a significant concern, leading to Richardson's downgrade from questionable to out. Veteran Joe Flacco is set to start in Richardson's place as the Colts cling to slim playoff hopes, needing to win and receive help from other teams. Despite Richardson's absence, the Colts remain mathematically alive for the postseason, contingent on outcomes from other games. The team had previously expressed optimism about Richardson's potential return for the following week's regular-season finale.